Absolutely outstanding spot. One of the most beautiful places to walk around, with all the nice little harbor clubs, and boat clubs in the area. A true main right of passage and staple establishment. The lobster roles are perfect. Everyone that works there truly cares about the place and quality of product that they produce. Eating inside at the restaurant is a more typical experience to eating at a restaurant... While using the to go window outside is a true Kennebunkport Maine-style experience. Highly recommend using the to go window and walking just a little further down the road to the benches that sit out on the rock wall pier overlooking the bush compound. read more

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We stopped to pickup food at Mabel's Lobster Claw after reading it had gluten free rolls and fries. The service was subpar, the takeout bar didn't open on time, and the main restaurant wouldn't take to go orders. We split a gluten free lobster roll and fries, but the takeout person wasn't friendly and didn't really answer any questions. I've had better lobster rolls. This one was a bit overcooked, but still had good flavor. It sounds like dining in is the way to go here, based on other reviews. Kennebunk has no shortage of lobster rolls, so I'd maybe try another place next time. read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Gluten free lobster roll and fries - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Service was friendly and delightful! Older woman was super welcoming! I only had a crab cake and slaw, so can't speak at length about food, but menu had some interesting dishes. I wish I had been more hungry! I went for the lobster roll but wow they are expensive everywhere, so I opted for crab. It was a bit more fried than I am used to, but the slaw helped with contrast and overall it was a lovely experience as a solo diner. read more

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Family outing during our trip up to Maine here could not have been better. Aside from going right to the lobster docks in a small town, this is your best bet in the Kennebunkport area. As a New Englander with countless memories of lobster rolls from every shack up and down the 95 corridor, we were very happy we made reservations here. It's got that perfect blend of small town and nice dining. We were all smiles as we left. read more

We took ours to go to Colony beach for sunset. It was our first meal in Kennebunk. Ordered a lobster roll, fish and chips, lobster mac and cheese and salad. All good but not amazing. My son said his mac and cheese was kind of watery. The lobster roll was good but could have used a little more flavor. It had a decent amount of meat but pricey. read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Pretty average I'd say - not the best I've had. Really small inside but cute atmosphere and friendly staff read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

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Cute and casual.... But I did not like the fried clams..... The clam chowder was ok. Friendly place but nothing special about the food. I think the only thing to order here is a lobster. Nothing can be done to it. Also..... $42. For fried clams??? We had 2 main courses and 2 drinks. ..... almost $100. .... A meal that was worth about $30. read more

Delicious. Excellent service from Lorenzo, thank you for creating an amazing evening -- read more

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We went to the service window right when they opened. The inside refused to place a to go order because "We have a take out window" (said snidely) despite the window opening almost 10min late. We got a lobster roll and fries which were delicious and gluten free, but I just cannot get over the service. To be detailed: With 3 people who ordered when I did, the single person couldn't remember me, and then never followed up after providing food with a "enjoy" or "have a good day" or anything, just shoved the food at me. read more

Our server was AWESOME with great recommendations and great service. The food was amazing and came out quick and we especially loved the blueberry pie. The restaurant is so cute and homey inside. Definitely stop by! read more

Good food! We took an order out and lobster roll was good. Inside was quiet. They didn't put old bay on our lobster roll even though we requested it overall not bad read more

Mabel's has been around for quite a while and remains popular although our first visit last week left us disappointed. For starters, we made a reservation and our table wasn't;t ready. That happens; we understand. We were then seated in a narrow, uncomfortable booth inside (three of us). And then we had difficulty conversing with a lot of customer noise surrounding us. So maybe we weren't in the best mood. They didn't have the beer we ordered off the menu. Ok, that happens. When we asked for a substitute side we were told bluntly no substitutes are allowed. Nobody said "sorry." So our mood wasn't getting better. And the crab cake appetizer was bland. But -- the seafood dishes were good: the Newberg ($38) was rich and tasty and so were the Duke (scallops, shrimp, lobster, haddock - $40) and the Duchess (scallops, shrimp lobster - $38). We passed on dessert, filled but not exactly happy with our entire experience. Oh yeah, our server apparently forgot us when it came time to give us the bill. We waited and waited. Not nearly as good a visit as we hoped. read more

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We arrived into town late and the team at Mabel's was able to warmly accommodate us. The place reminded us of an old fashioned diner. It was a small casual place with great service. We had the mussels, Clam Chowder, and a baked stuffed lobster. Everything was as delicious! read more

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This was the first restaurant I visited upon arriving in Kennebunkport. I loved the small town charm of Mabel's. I enjoyed a lobster roll outside for lunch. While there is a decent amount of outdoor seating, you will find more space inside to eat. My lobster roll tasted fresh. I picked the mayo lobster roll option. I enjoyed the sides presented with the roll. The Cole slaw, pickles, and fries made my lobster roll lunch absolutely delicious. Friendly staff and quick service. read more

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This is my favorite place! First of all, I had the best espresso martini that I've ever had! We started off with the crabcakes, which were extremely crispy with a great dipping sauce. I of course, had to have the lobster roll, which was one of the best ones in the area! My friend got the mussels which were in this broth that was highly addictive. We couldn't stop dunking the bread! Our waitress was fun and everything about this place was perfect! It's adorable inside very quaint and decorated nicely. read more

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Mabel's is a charming little restaurant in Kennebunkport where you can get the Maine classics. Lobster rolls, fried scallops, clam chowder. It's also open year round for lunch during the day. We visited on a Monday afternoon for lunch. We were able to get a table for 4 adults and a baby. We ordered clam chowder, fried scallops, fried shrimp, and a lobster roll. I was very disappointed with how the clam chowder was served. My cup was 3/4 full (everyone at the table was served a different amount of chowder). It was barely luke warm ( probably the coldest soup I've ever been served) with a few pieces of chopped clam and one or two small chunks of potato. It was too bad, because the flavor itself was delicious. The fried shrimp, scallops, and lobster roll were good. The fries were especially tasty, I'll probably be back, and next time I hope to get a nice hot bowl of chowder. read more

The food is wonderful! The crab cakes are so GOOD. Plus our service was amazing. Loved sitting on the patio but I do have to wonder why the "wall" is so high. You can't see over it which is weird but maybe a city ordinance? Mabels is fantastic. We always look forward to eating here while in Kennebunkport. read more

This was our first time in Kennebunkport and we were referred by a local to try Mabel's. We ordered the steamed clams, the clams were ok, just a little gritty. Then for our main we ordered the rigatoni panna with lobster, this was an excellent pasta dish! Our server was super friendly and the service was great! read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Rigatoni Panna with lobster - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

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Staff and food was on fire!!!!! We will always go back for their fresh fish!!! A must try!

Really great food with friendly service. I had the Duchess and was glad I did. It was an order of Lobster, Scallops & Shrimp served with white rice and steamed veggies. Brie took great care of us. Glad we stopped in. read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Absolutely delicious! My family had a lot of the rigatoni panna, and it was deeeelish. Some got it with lobster, it is amazing!! I got the allagash white to drink. Absolutely delicious! We'eve eaten here 2 nights in a row, I can't complain! read more

I decided to take a spontaneous drive up to Kennebunkport, Maine--because why not? It's one of those places you always hear about on TV and in the news, and I've always been curious about what's really up there in our little state tucked in the upper right-hand corner. The town itself is a charming, picturesque coastal village with strong old-English vibes. It actually reminded me of some of the small towns I explored in the UK. Quaint shops, historic homes, and beautiful gardens line the streets--plus, it's surrounded by multimillion-dollar homes that add a touch of elegance to the whole experience. When it came time to eat, I turned to Google and saw that President George H. W. Bush used to dine at Mabel's Lobster Claw. I figured, if it was good enough for a president, it's good enough for this average American! Mabel's is known for its fresh crab and lobster. Everyone I spoke to raved about the crab--apparently, it's to die for. But here's my confession: I don't like crab. I know, don't yell at me--I just can't get into the taste. Still, I was this close to ordering one, just to see if fresh Maine crab would finally win me over. I almost wished I had someone with me who'd order it so I could sneak a bite. Instead, I started with calamari and a bowl of New England clam chowder, followed by the Cajun fish fry. Everything tasted fresh, no doubt about that. The calamari was impressively tender--not chewy at all--and the chowder, while more broth-based than creamy, had great flavor without being overloaded with potatoes. Maybe that's the Maine style, and honestly, I liked it. Now, the fish fry was where things missed the mark for me. The fish itself was thick and clearly fresh, but the breading just didn't hit right. It was supposed to be Cajun-style, but the seasoning was off--it tasted mostly like bland flour with a faint suggestion of spice. I ended up skipping the fish, but no hard feelings--the calamari and chowder made up for it. For dessert, I had the blueberry pie with vanilla ice cream. The ice cream was cold and creamy, exactly what you'd hope for. The pie, however, was a bit of a letdown. The blueberry filling was dry, the crust was tough instead of flaky, and it just lacked that sweet, buttery flavor I was hoping for. Before leaving, I caught a glimpse of a massive lobster being delivered to another table. It looked incredible--definitely photo-worthy. I couldn't help but think, "Why don't my taste buds like lobster?" It looked so good it almost made me want to change my mind. If you find yourself in Kennebunkport, definitely stop by Mabel's. But do me a favor--order the lobster and tell me all about it. I'm living vicariously through your taste buds! read more

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Service was great by hostess and waitress. Others- didn't bother saying hi. Food- was pretty tasty, ask waitress for recs. Salty side for us though read more

Every bit worth the stop! Atmosphere, ambiance, food & service was amazing! A little off the beaten path of the main area, but so worth it! 10/10 for the food and was plenty for two people to share! HIGHLY recommend, Mabel's!! read more

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The decor was on point, air conditioning inside amazing, the wait wasn't too long for a late lunch and the staff were accommodating and friendly. We ordered lobster rolls and while good- we were underwhelmed with the amount of meat/quality. Note: we live on the north shore so we have a lot of access to fresh lobster rolls, so we might have felt different if this was a novelty for us! read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Tried Mabel's again this year and had a great meal. The lobster mac and cheese is a must have (even if it is a little liquidier than I'd like) - tastes divine. The blueberry pie is similarly delicious. Highly recommended for a casual dinner. I just wish that it was easier to park around the restaurant. read more

I never knew I needed stuffed lobster until today! That was amazing. If you're ever in Kennebunkport, do yourself a favor and stop in. Friendly staff, fantastic food. You won't be disappointed. read more

Great seafood spot! Small restaurant with nice cozy casual ambiance. Good seafood menu selections. I had the baked seafood and baked stuffed lobster. Seafood was not over cooked and flavorful. Restaurant seems on the higher end price wise but food was good and generous portions. read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Baked stuff lobster generously stuffed with scallops shrimps and clams. Stuffing perfectly seasoned - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

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With the perfect combination of kind staff and fantastic lunch options, this place is a must stop in! Opens at 11:30 and we'd suggest trying to be the first ones there because by 11:40 the place is packed! Deservedly so. A++ place! read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Rigatoni with shrimp - probably the best lunch dish of ever! - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

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Where do I start!? The best clam chowder I've ever had. Seriously. We ordered steamers, clam chowder, lobster Cobb salad, rigatoni panna and cajun fish fry. Every single thing was PERFECT. We are all extremely picky ... food snobs unfortunately and every bite blew our minds. Meanwhile the dirty martini was excellent. Lastly - we had not made a reservation and the staff did NOT make us feel bad instead they were accommodating and kind. We waited about 50 minutes which was fine because the views and the stores in this area make for excellent time wasting. We will be back every year. read more

The food... unbelievable. Fantastic lobster rolls last year I discovered The Duchess...best seafood dish of all time. Drinks generous. Staff is the best. Make reservations.. they fill up. We r staying 5 nights in Kennebunkport...already have reservations 2 nights. Not to be missed! read more

Mabels Lobster Claw is a real piece of Americana, Maine style! It's old, the tables are close and the pictures on the walls are of George Bush Sr. who absolutely loved this place apparently. He wasn't wrong! The servings here are HUGE! Whatever you order, you will NOT go away hungry! For starters, we had stuffed mushrooms (stuffed with what? Oh yeh - LOBSTER), charred brussel sprouts and a salad with blue cheese dressing. All were HUGE and DELICIOUS! Actually, we should have cut back on the appetizers to still be hungry for the main courses. The main courses were baked stuffed shrimp (stuffed with what? Oh yeh - lobster, you damn fool) and 2 orders of seafood newburg (shrimps, scallops, mushroom in a lobster sherry cream sauce and, what else, oh yeh, lobster, you damn fool). OMG so much seafood, so much food, so much lobster and we ate every piece. We almost had to hire a tow truck to haul our fat asses home! But I will do it all over again if I get back here because I certainly will. The service was outstanding! Everyone from the waiter to the busboy was friendly and happy. Mabels Lobster Claw really is a sight to see and eat at. Please do not miss this place!!! It will take you back to the old Maine coast of years past but the food will make you smile for days!!! read more

Amazing amazing amazing! DO NOT MISS! I wish we went earlier in the trip so we could go back multiple times. The food was amazing, service friendly and accommodating, atmosphere was like I was in a Hallmark movie. 10/10 read more

Things have really gone south with the new owners in charge. No more corn and blueberry breads for the table. Rice served with most entrees rather than the baked potato or fries that used to be offered. Just rice? Really? My favorite Lobster Savannah (frequently written up by magazines as manliest meal in the country) is now loaded with a mass of soggy breadcrumbs rather than the scallops and shrimp and peppers and Newburg sauce that were once there. Did the new owners just throw away all the recipes that made this place iconic, but kept the names - and then substituted generic recipes and indifferent chefs? And calling the wait staff indifferent is generous....occasionally friendly and competent, but definitely not consistently. Go if you must, but it's a faint shadow of what it used to be. read more

Food was good, service was not so great the girls working just did not seem like they wanted to be there...this was in October 2025. Otherwise food was good drinks good ambiance good. Nothing else bad to say...clam chowder was good. First place I had a lobster roll....overrated. I'll stick to crab. read more

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Going for the lobster mac & cheese is a plus but you will pay for it. Perhaps it's well worth it. If you are on vacation. it was for us.

The clam chowder was excellent. I've been going to Mabel's Lobster Claw since I was a child in the 60s. What letdown. What I didn't like were the prices. Too high. Mabel's used to be wonderful, the food excellent. I had the baked Haddock, they couldn't accommodate broiling the fish. It was crusted, it was dry, no juice, no sauce, butter or lemon, dry, but kind'a tastey. My friend ordered the $34 lobster roll. They were careful not to place so much meat that any of it extended past the edges of the roll. I couldn't believe they were so cheap with the quantity. If you want lobster, go to Hannaford, they'll cook it for you and take it back to your hotel room, the beach, the rocks on Ocean Ave and enjoy. For a restaurant that charges high prices, as all of Kennebunkport restaurants do now, I would expect a service staff to deliver friendly, awesome service. Zack's Drive-In, in Hudson Falls, NY, offers service ten times better. I didn't appreciate paying $100 for a mediocre dinner experience. Kennebunkport has become a rip off. Everyone wants to be "high-end" now, LOL, please people, it's a little town on a river, it's a village. The gift stores sold merchandise made in china, some of it was nice. There comes a point inwhich prices become too high, food isn't worth it after certain point. The White Barn Inn can get away with it, although, even they have become rediculous. If I get my money's worth, fine, but I don't enjoy being ripped off. read more

Best food I have had in my six day New England stay. Exactly what I wanted, cooked to perfection and delicious. Wine was Devine

We went there last night and everything was fantastic! The food was wonderful, our waitress was on top of things, and the atmosphere was perfect! read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Stuffed lobster - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

We walked in at around 3 PM and sat at the bar, they were just getting over the lunch rush. Lorenzo provided excellent service. We had lobster rolls. They were delicious very tender lobster light mayonnaise. French fries fries were excellent from a dedicated gluten-free fryer. They opened in 1953 ! read more

Mabels Lobster Claw - Lobster roll with french fries and coleslaw. - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

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